3.8 Data Collection Techniques

3.8 Data Collection Techniques

Among the data ,  there are  a few  data  collection techniques.(figure3.8.1) Researcher should decide  whether the data to be collected using a structured, semi structured or additional techniques.(figure3.8.2)

   Figure 3.8.1 Some of the data collection techniques and tools.

   (Source: idrc.ca)

Figure:3.8.2  Data Collection Techniques (Source: idrc.ca)

Example of open question is  “ Was the staff friendly and polite ?”

Example of a closed question is “ Was the staff friendly and polite  ?” {Rate from 1(Poor) to3( good)}

1.Poor     2.  Average      3. Good.